Oat Milk

A creamy dairy-free milk carrying a little of oats' beta-glucan; often fortified, but low in protein and higher in carbs.

Benefits

Dairy-free milk alternative
some heart-supporting fiber
creamy texture

Key compounds

Beta-glucan (some)carbohydratecalcium and vitamin D (when fortified)little protein

May help with

Need for a dairy-free milk
bland coffee

Best for these goals

Heart healthhydration

How to use it

Use in coffee (it foams well), cereal, and baking; choose unsweetened

Evidence level

Nutritional

Cautions & interactions

Higher in carbohydrate than other plant milks; low in protein; for celiacs, choose certified gluten-free oat milk

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